Geraldo Perdomo

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #4 prospect in 2022
  Track Record: Signed for $70,000 in 2016 out of the Dominican Republic, Perdomo raced up the minors and was brought up for his major league debut early in the 2021 season with Nick Ahmed battling knee problems. Perdomo struggled in limited duty and carried those struggles with him when he was sent back to Double-A, prompting the D-backs to place him on the development list and send him back to Arizona at midseason to rebuild his swing and regain his confidence. It appeared to work as Perdomo hit .329/.415/.527 across three levels after he returned, including a strong showing in the majors in late September.
  
  Scouting Report: Perdomo is a no-doubt shortstop, with easy, rhythmic movements, good hands and an above-average, dependable arm. He is tougher to evaluate at the plate, particularly after his night-and-day season. He has a discerning eye and the ability to put the bat on the ball, but he has long made soft contact and shown limited ability to drive the ball. After his development list stint, his mentality changed at the plate to where he appeared intent on crushing balls instead of simply making contact. Whether he can maintain those adjustments will determine if he reaches his potential as an average hitter with fringy power.
  
  The Future: Perdomo provides an intriguing alternative to Ahmed, even if his production is heavily weighted toward on-base ability. If Perdomo can slug like he showed late in 2021, he may force his way into the lineup.
  
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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #3 prospect in 2021
  Hitting: 55. Power: 40. Running: 55. Fielding: 60. Arm: 55.
  
  TRACK RECORD: After signing for just $70,000 in 2016, Perdomo quickly looked like a bargain with his elite plate discipline and ability to play shortstop. After an impressive U.S. debut in 2018, Perdomo advanced to high Class A in 2019 and took a star turn as a 19-year-old in the Arizona Fall League. The D-backs brought him to their alternate training site in 2020.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Perdomo primarily stands out on defense but has plenty of offensive tools as well. The switch-hitter controls the strike zone, has good bat speed from both sides of the plate and has posted solid results against both lefties and righties. Mostly a singles and doubles hitter, Perdomo said he added 17 pounds of muscle to his athletic frame after the 2019 season and could still add more. Perdomo is a graceful defender who would be a slightly above-average major league shortstop right now and could be a plus defender in the future. He has soft, reliable hands and an above-average arm, while his above-average speed gives him plenty of range. Nearly fluent in English, Perdomo is viewed as a team leader.
  
  THE FUTURE: Perdomo is set to open 2021 at Double-A. The D-backs have Nick Ahmed signed through 2023, so Perdomo has time to develop his offensive game.
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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #2 prospect in 2020
  TRACK RECORD: Following the trade deadline deal that sent Jazz Chisholm to the Marlins, Perdomo took the reins as the D-backs' shortstop of the future. His play earned him such a designation in 2019, a year in which he reached high Class A and put together a solid six weeks in the Arizona Fall League.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: The switch-hitting Perdomo is best known for his mature approach and on-base ability and stayed true to form by finishing last year with more walks than strikeouts. He has good bat speed and bat-to-ball ability, and scouts who watched him in the AFL saw him unload on a handful of balls, giving them reason to dream on potentially average power. Perdomo is an above-average runner whose speed plays up thanks to his instincts. He is a graceful defender with good range, a plus arm and an accurate internal clock. He is a consistent and dependable defender whom scouts have little doubt will stick at short.
  
  THE FUTURE: Given his defense, speed and approach, Perdomo is on his way toward being an above-average everyday player. He grew an inch taller from 2018 to 2019 and still has plenty of maturing to do physically. If that leads to more pop, the D-backs could have an all-star.
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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #5 prospect in 2019
  Track Record: Signed for $70,000 in 2016, Perdomo exhibited advanced plate discipline in the Dominican Summer League in his pro debut the following year. He continued to show a discerning eye in 2018, but he added some offensive impact as well, emerging as one of the Diamondbacks' most intriguing young prospects.
  
  Scouting Report: Perdomo has an athletic frame with a high waist and an upper body that should be able to handle added bulk. He has a way of gliding on defense, and his soft hands, plus arm and instincts lead scouts to believe he'll have no trouble sticking at shortstop. A switch-hitter, he has plus bat speed, good bat-to-ball skills and pull power that could grow into more. Perdomo was overly passive in the DSL in 2017 but became more aggressive as he started facing better strike-throwers. Scouts say he's a slightly above-average runner. He impressed coaches by making big strides learning English.
  
  The Future: Perdomo might not have the huge ceiling of Jazz Chisholm or Kristian Robinson, but his floor could be higher, with scouts seeing a talented, instinctual, smart player in the mold of Tony Fernandez. He'll likely open 2019 in low Class A Kane County.

Minor League Top Prospects

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  Ranked Midwest League #13 prospect in 2019
  Signed for $70,000 during the international signing period in 2016, Perdomo has exceeded expectations with his development in the D-backs' farm system thus far. Perdomo, 19, is gaining recognition for his work on both sides of the ball, drawing praise specifically for his stylish defense and labeled as "super smooth” in the field by one scout. "He’s a joy to be around. He loves the game,” a scout said. "It’s a joy to watch him play. He has a chance to be a plus defender at shortstop in the majors. Plus arm, hands are soft, instincts are off the charts and his range is really good. "He makes a highlight-reel play every single night,” the scout continued. "He works like a big leaguer, he looks like a big leaguer. At the plate, his strike-zone judgment is plus and better than the umpire awareness. Hand-eye coordination is unbelievable. It’s fast-twitch, he understands the zone. He’s one of my favorites.” There is room for additional power in his 6-foot-2 frame, but his well-rounded profile will be demanding attention over the next few years.
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  Ranked Arizona Complex League #14 prospect in 2018
  Perdomo, who signed with Arizona in 2016 for $70,000, stands out more for his advanced instincts, superb batting eye and internal clock then for his raw tools. He performed well in 21 Arizona League games before moving up first to the Pioneer League and then to the short-season Northwest League, continuing to shine at each level. There's strength to the swing and feel for the barrel from both sides of the plate to go with the plate discipline, and he should add strength to his projectable body. He's not rangy in the infield but more solid and dependable, projecting to be an above-average or better shortstop with above-average speed and an above-average arm that can get stronger. "He's a student of the game … the kid wants to learn," D-backs manager Darrin Garner said. "His glove and his instincts are far beyond a lot of young kids right now."
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  Ranked Northwest League #5 prospect in 2018
  Perdomo ranked among the best prospects in the Dominican Summer League in 2017, and he continued turning heads in the NWL this season. He arrived after brief stops in the Rookie-level Arizona and Pioneer leagues, where he quickly proved he was too advanced for the competition even at 18 years old. Evaluators inside and outside the D-backs organization praised Perdomo’s advanced instincts and inquisitive nature, to say nothing of his tools and skills on the field. He’s got above-average range as well as quick hands, quick feet and the above-average arm needed to stick at shortstop. He shows a feel for the barrel from both sides of the plate and projects to eventually produce doubles power. He did most of his damage with Hillsboro from the left side, including all three of his homers at the level. Hops coaches worked with him to become more aggressive on fastballs early in the count. He also showed an extreme home-road split in favor of games at Hillsboro’s Ron Tonkin Field. Next up for Perdomo will be his first crack at full-season ball, where he’ll keep working toward his future as a solid everyday shortstop.

Top 100 Rankings

• Ranked Baseball America's #89 prospect in 2022
• Ranked Baseball America's #75 prospect in 2021
• Ranked Baseball America's #72 prospect in 2020

• December, 2021 Scouting Report
  Track Record: Signed for $70,000 in 2016 out of the Dominican Republic, Perdomo raced up the minors and was brought up for his major league debut early in the 2021 season with Nick Ahmed battling knee problems. Perdomo struggled in limited duty and carried those struggles with him when he was sent back to Double-A, prompting the D-backs to place him on the development list and send him back to Arizona at midseason to rebuild his swing and regain his confidence. It appeared to work as Perdomo hit .329/.415/.527 across three levels after he returned, including a strong showing in the majors in late September.
  
  Scouting Report: Perdomo is a no-doubt shortstop, with easy, rhythmic movements, good hands and an above-average, dependable arm. He is tougher to evaluate at the plate, particularly after his night-and-day season. He has a discerning eye and the ability to put the bat on the ball, but he has long made soft contact and shown limited ability to drive the ball. After his development list stint, his mentality changed at the plate to where he appeared intent on crushing balls instead of simply making contact. Whether he can maintain those adjustments will determine if he reaches his potential as an average hitter with fringy power.
  
  The Future: Perdomo provides an intriguing alternative to Ahmed, even if his production is heavily weighted toward on-base ability. If Perdomo can slug like he showed late in 2021, he may force his way into the lineup.
  
• July, 2021 Scouting Report
  Hitting: 55. Power: 40. Running: 55. Fielding: 60. Arm: 55.
  
  TRACK RECORD: After signing for just $70,000 in 2016, Perdomo quickly looked like a bargain with his elite plate discipline and ability to play shortstop. After an impressive U.S. debut in 2018, Perdomo advanced to high Class A in 2019 and took a star turn as a 19-year-old in the Arizona Fall League. The D-backs brought him to their alternate training site in 2020.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Perdomo primarily stands out on defense but has plenty of offensive tools as well. The switch-hitter controls the strike zone, has good bat speed from both sides of the plate and has posted solid results against both lefties and righties. Mostly a singles and doubles hitter, Perdomo said he added 17 pounds of muscle to his athletic frame after the 2019 season and could still add more. Perdomo is a graceful defender who would be a slightly above-average major league shortstop right now and could be a plus defender in the future. He has soft, reliable hands and an above-average arm, while his above-average speed gives him plenty of range. Nearly fluent in English, Perdomo is viewed as a team leader.
  
  THE FUTURE: Perdomo is set to open 2021 at Double-A. The D-backs have Nick Ahmed signed through 2023, so Perdomo has time to develop his offensive game.
• March, 2021 Scouting Report
  Hitting: 55. Power: 40. Running: 55. Fielding: 60. Arm: 55.
  
  TRACK RECORD: After signing for just $70,000 in 2016, Perdomo quickly looked like a bargain with his elite plate discipline and ability to play shortstop. After an impressive U.S. debut in 2018, Perdomo advanced to high Class A in 2019 and took a star turn as a 19-year-old in the Arizona Fall League. The D-backs brought him to their alternate training site in 2020.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Perdomo primarily stands out on defense but has plenty of offensive tools as well. The switch-hitter controls the strike zone, has good bat speed from both sides of the plate and has posted solid results against both lefties and righties. Mostly a singles and doubles hitter, Perdomo said he added 17 pounds of muscle to his athletic frame after the 2019 season and could still add more. Perdomo is a graceful defender who would be a slightly above-average major league shortstop right now and could be a plus defender in the future. He has soft, reliable hands and an above-average arm, while his above-average speed gives him plenty of range. Nearly fluent in English, Perdomo is viewed as a team leader.
  
  THE FUTURE: Perdomo is set to open 2021 at Double-A. The D-backs have Nick Ahmed signed through 2023, so Perdomo has time to develop his offensive game.
• December, 2020 Scouting Report
  Hitting: 55. Power: 40. Running: 55. Fielding: 60. Arm: 55.
  
  TRACK RECORD: After signing for just $70,000 in 2016, Perdomo quickly looked like a bargain with his elite plate discipline and ability to play shortstop. After an impressive U.S. debut in 2018, Perdomo advanced to high Class A in 2019 and took a star turn as a 19-year-old in the Arizona Fall League. The D-backs brought him to their alternate training site in 2020.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Perdomo primarily stands out on defense but has plenty of offensive tools as well. The switch-hitter controls the strike zone, has good bat speed from both sides of the plate and has posted solid results against both lefties and righties. Mostly a singles and doubles hitter, Perdomo said he added 17 pounds of muscle to his athletic frame after the 2019 season and could still add more. Perdomo is a graceful defender who would be a slightly above-average major league shortstop right now and could be a plus defender in the future. He has soft, reliable hands and an above-average arm, while his above-average speed gives him plenty of range. Nearly fluent in English, Perdomo is viewed as a team leader.
  
  THE FUTURE: Perdomo is set to open 2021 at Double-A. The D-backs have Nick Ahmed signed through 2023, so Perdomo has time to develop his offensive game.
• July, 2020 Scouting Report
  TRACK RECORD: Following the trade deadline deal that sent Jazz Chisholm to the Marlins, Perdomo took the reins as the D-backs’ shortstop of the future. His play earned him such a designation in 2019, a year in which he reached high Class A and put together a solid six weeks in the Arizona Fall League.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: The switch-hitting Perdomo is best known for his mature approach and on-base ability and stayed true to form by finishing last year with more walks than strikeouts. He has good bat speed and bat-to-ball ability, and scouts who watched him in the AFL saw him unload on a handful of balls, giving them reason to dream on potentially average power. Perdomo is an above-average runner whose speed plays up thanks to his instincts. He is a graceful defender with good range, a plus arm and an accurate internal clock. He is a consistent and dependable defender whom scouts have little doubt will stick at short.
  
  THE FUTURE: Given his defense, speed and approach, Perdomo is on his way toward being an above-average everyday player. He grew an inch taller from 2018 to 2019 and still has plenty of maturing to do physically. If that leads to more pop, the D-backs could have an all-star.
• February, 2020 Scouting Report
  TRACK RECORD: Following the trade deadline deal that sent Jazz Chisholm to the Marlins, Perdomo took the reins as the D-backs' shortstop of the future. His play earned him such a designation in 2019, a year in which he reached high Class A and put together a solid six weeks in the Arizona Fall League.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: The switch-hitting Perdomo is best known for his mature approach and on-base ability and stayed true to form by finishing last year with more walks than strikeouts. He has good bat speed and bat-to-ball ability, and scouts who watched him in the AFL saw him unload on a handful of balls, giving them reason to dream on potentially average power. Perdomo is an above-average runner whose speed plays up thanks to his instincts. He is a graceful defender with good range, a plus arm and an accurate internal clock. He is a consistent and dependable defender whom scouts have little doubt will stick at short.
  
  THE FUTURE: Given his defense, speed and approach, Perdomo is on his way toward being an above-average everyday player. He grew an inch taller from 2018 to 2019 and still has plenty of maturing to do physically. If that leads to more pop, the D-backs could have an all-star.
• December, 2018 Scouting Report
  Signed for $70,000 during the international signing period in 2016, Perdomo has exceeded expectations with his development in the D-backs' farm system thus far. Perdomo, 19, is gaining recognition for his work on both sides of the ball, drawing praise specifically for his stylish defense and labeled as "super smooth” in the field by one scout. "He’s a joy to be around. He loves the game,” a scout said. "It’s a joy to watch him play. He has a chance to be a plus defender at shortstop in the majors. Plus arm, hands are soft, instincts are off the charts and his range is really good. "He makes a highlight-reel play every single night,” the scout continued. "He works like a big leaguer, he looks like a big leaguer. At the plate, his strike-zone judgment is plus and better than the umpire awareness. Hand-eye coordination is unbelievable. It’s fast-twitch, he understands the zone. He’s one of my favorites.” There is room for additional power in his 6-foot-2 frame, but his well-rounded profile will be demanding attention over the next few years.